Monday began as a hazy day, but the skies opened up later in the evening with showers across Dubai. Residents returning home from work were surprised by the rains, but welcomed the temporary respite from the heat.
Monday began as a hazy day, but the skies opened up later in the evening with showers across Dubai. Residents returning home from work were surprised by the rains, but welcomed the temporary respite from the heat.
Slight rain fell on the Eastern Region of the UAE on Saturday, with more slight precipitation expected over the next few days.
The annual Summer in Abu Dhabi (SIAD) festival was officially opened by the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (ADTCA) on Wednesday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec).
Scientists estimate that in the years to come, the temperature in the UAE will rise by 2.6 degrees annually and sea levels by at least one metre.
The National Centre for Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS) has warned of rough sea due to strong winds today.
Motorists should exercise extra caution when out on the roads today and tomorrow, the National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS) has warned. Dusty conditions have impaired visibility throughout the UAE. Northwesterly winds have accelerated to over 45kmh inland and 60kmh over the sea, prompting the NCMS to also advise against entering the rough waters.
Fujairah city and its adjoining areas experienced light to moderate rains on Wednesday night.
Exposure to sun for long could lead to heat exhaustion
The heat has arrived. With the mercury beginning to touch 40 degree Celsius, the days of blaring music in vehicles with the windows down on Jumeirah Beach Road are coming to an end. Most of the cars have their windows rolled up with the air conditioners on.
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology today announced the Career Service Office (CSO) organized a workshop for students in conjunction with Emirates Solar Industry Association (ESIA) at the campus.